The food is consistently 10 out of 10. The parking is decent. I enjoy myself no matter the occasion. The crab cakes are good and I haven't had a bad meal yet. read more

My second visit to Nick's and this time on a Saturday afternoon around 4. Thought they would be busier and expected a wait but we were seated upon arrival (Holiday weekend?)-they don't accept reservations and all from the party need to arrive to be seated. Previous visit was in the summer and sat on the second level in their open air event area-too cold for that in late November. Big space with a large bar area and plenty of outdoor seating-loud and lively atmosphere. We started with a couple of appetizers-Boom Boom shrimp and Flash fried Calamari-both were tasty and Nick's version of these favorites didn't disappoint. For main, most got the seafood platter (broiled) with a variety of sides and also ordered Scampi with Shrimp. Platters were enjoyed mostly-the Mahi Mahi was overcooked unfortunately. Shrimp Scampi was tasty although a bit too lemony. From the sides, Spinach, Asparagus stood out, Mac and cheese was ok. Didn't have room for dessert although the list looked enticing. Gage was attentive and took great care of us. Overall, solid Baltimore Peninsula seafood spot. read more

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Stopped in for a weekday lunch. Even in the afternoon the parking lot was surprising full, so I'm interested to see how Nicks fills up on a nice day. The fried shrimp and fish sandwich both tasted very fresh and perfectly battered. Service was great and attentive. I had a minor issue with my beverage, and my server made it right as soon as I let her know. The hosting staff were also friendly. Loved the vibe of the resturant overall, and with the docks and bridge nearly, you may get a view near your table. I'll definitely return on a future trip to Baltimore. read more

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And I came back... lol The cod fish sandwich was new (well i dont know it was different) and improved today, so good. Over the past few months, it had more of a crunchy cornmeal-style batter (which I liked), but today?? Beer-battered cod. My fav! Oh. My. Goodness. Just look at it. Easily the best fish sandwich I've had here so far. Please don't change a thing. read more

This place was so good! We got extra large crabs and they did not disappoint. Our server so sweet! I will definitely be back and it was my birthday couldn't have asked for a better place! read more

Nicks Fish House - Crabs - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

We had a good time as a party of 2 on a Friday night. We arrived shortly before 8pm without a reservation and the gentleman working the parking lot was kind to inform us that we may only get a seat at the bar, which was fine. There were some larger parties waiting, but luckily the hostess had a picnic table for 2 available outside of the bar area. The live band was good but we are old and thus were happy not to be seated so close that we had to shout to hear each other. They had signs posted saying they were out of steamed crabs, so it may be good to call before going there if that's what you're aiming for. We ordered the Brussel sprout appetizer, crab dip, and chicken Chesapeake sandwich. All three were very good. My only critique was that there was a bit too much salt on top of the crab dip. I also got a non alcoholic lemon basil fizz. I did not taste any of the basil and for $11 I would skip this next time. Overall we were happy with the experience and would gladly come back. read more

This place has an awesome location on the water and it has a good energy, often having live music multiple nights a week. Their food is alright. It's very basic but also not cheap. There's nothing unique or distinct to Nick's. This last time I got their crab cake sandwich which cost market ($30+) and was a middle of the road crab cake sandwich. It was served with a somewhat meager ration of fries. I wonder if this place used to be a lot better? read more

Stopped by Nick's Fish House a few weeks ago with some friends on a Monday night. We were seated initially at a small picnic table which seemed like it could probably fit 2-3 people max so we asked to move since we were a party of 4. Our server was kind enough to accommodate the switch and then took our drink/app orders. We ordered brussels and fries to start with a side of corn to come out with our two dozen steamed crabs. We also each got crushes. The corn was the first thing to come out followed by the crushes and apps. The corn eventually got cold sitting there since we waited to eat it with our crabs. The brussels had a good flavor though and the fries were devoured quickly. They only had small crabs on this particular night (note to self to avoid Mondays here as I believe their crab shipments come later in the week), but we were pleasantly surprised with how meaty and dense they were. They were a little tricky to pick but had great flavor. We ordered another half dozen later on but noticed the first batch tasted better than the second. Service was a bit slow at times with our server forgetting to bring basic things like napkins, our second round of drinks, more butter and vinegar, etc. Overall, I'd definitely return and maybe just come on a different night or call ahead to avoid the lack of large crabs. read more

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Loved coming to nicks especially for the famous steamed crabs! Large menu selection of great seafood items. Their signature crab cake meal is great; crab cake is filled with crab meat! The must get is of course the steamed blue crabs; very fresh and fatty. The staff are great and you get all the tools to appropriately enjoy the crabs to their full potential. The flavor is great as well. The restaurant is clean and in a nice location. Good spot for watching games on the tvs indoors but there's also plenty of outdoor seating as well. Parking can be a little tricky but otherwise, definitely recommend coming here for a great seafood meal!! read more

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My bf and I came to Nick's to have an anniversary meal. We arrived and it was quite busy, but we were able to get a parking spot. We waited in a short line to give our name to the hostess. They text when the table is ready. We went over to the bar area to grab a drink while we were waiting, expecting it to be a longer wait for how busy it was, but our table was ready quickly so we just took our beers inside. The outdoor seating looked lovely also but a bit too warm outside for my preference; I'd definitely sit out there on a cooler day! Our server was Rylie and she was very friendly and attentive throughout our meal. Our table was near a window so we enjoyed looking outside at the water. My bf chose fried crab cake with mashed potatoes and coleslaw. I chose the seafood platter, broiled with mac and cheese and their Chesapeake old bay rice. The meals came out after a short wait. My crab cake was amazing. Definitely one of the best I've had. I also loved the scallops. The shrimp and mahi mahi were well prepared, but I felt they were a bit under seasoned for my preference. The rice was really good. The mac was creamy and the pasta a perfect consistency; again would have liked a bit more seasoning. My bf enjoyed his crab cake and the tastes of food I gave him from my platter. I tasted his mashed potatoes which were also good. Portions were generous; I had leftovers to bring home that I look forward to enjoying. Overall, this is a great spot and I'm glad I have gotten to many recommendations for it from locals. I will definitely come back and try more items for sure! read more

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We came on a rainy Sunday for lunch and sat at the heated outdoor bar. We got gumbo, an orange crush, steamed shrimp and XL Blue Crabs. The gumbo had good flavor but it was lacking in protein. One piece of chicken, sausage and one shrimp. Mostly just rice and broth. So I was disappointed in that for $12. For someone who lives in MD this orange crush missed the mark. I wouldn't get another one. Now, the steamed shrimp was 10/10. Super fresh, hot and tons of flavor. We would definitely get this again. Get some bread to dip in the sauce. The crabs were big and beautiful. Most had a good amount of meat but it's early in the season so some were more empty. But the meat was delicious. Overall we like this place and would come again. Noodle was our server/bartender and was nice and attentive. read more

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Even though the wait was long on a Saturday evening, it was nice to be able to have a beverage and sit on the dock until seated. Service was great and the apps came out quick. The fried calamari needed salt or some more seasoning though. Fries came out before the crabs but that's ok. The oysters were yummy. We ordered XL Crabs which came out piping hot! Still one of my favs with the atmosphere. read more

Nicks Fish House - XL Crabs - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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You come to Nick's to sit by the water, enjoy an Orange Crush and have some crabs. Most of the other food is fried. Service is fine, everyone is hustling. Busy place. Parking is right. They used to have more spots prior to the condos being built. Our crab cake was average, the fried oysters were great. Next time we'll have more time for crabs. Took a pic of the guy behind us enjoying a dozen XL crabs. He was quite happy read more

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Nicks Fish House never disappoints. From the live music to the indoor-outdoor seating vibe by the water, this restaurant has it all. You can usually expect a wait or can typically get a seat inside. You can even enjoy crabs inside! The hospitality is amazing and the waiters and waitresses are very attentive. As it is a seafood house, you are encompassed in an aura of seafood smells and it is heaven. The crabs were and are always some of the best I've ever had. Extremely meaty, juicy and flavorful. The appetizers are perfect for sharing and ensure a full seafood extravaganza. Not pictured: a nice cold corona to accompany my meal! Nothing better when eating seafood! There is a lot of site that usually fills up quickly, and there is a parking garage around the corner for overflow. read more

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Excellent seafood spot with a variety of dishes. You can sit outside or inside. It has an old wharf/sports bar style. The waiters are all super nice and attentive. There is parking and overflow parking for when it gets super busy. I recommend going for lunch during the week to avoid the crowds! read more

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We came on a Saturday around 5pm and it was crazy packed but luckily we were able to find a high top to sit at. The food was overall solid, I got the shrimp poboy which was very filling and shared crabs with my friends. The service wasn't too long considering how full they were. The ambiance is nice on the water with beautiful views. read more

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Always a fun time here. Love eating outside. The food and drinks are always on point. Had a layover in Baltimore for a few hours and brought my husband to experience Nicks! So it must be good! read more

Went for happy hour and had a solid experience. Happy hour is only at the bar unfortunately (wish they would extend it to regular seating) but it was not a big deal as we were in to split some apps for a quick dinner. We got the steamed shrimp, buffalo wings and the deckside fries. Fries were really good, not greasy or dull. The steamed shrimp was served with a cocktail sauce that had the right amount of zippy kick to it. Wings were also pretty decent. All in all would recommend it. Beware the lines however, especially now during the summer time. We went on a random Wednesday at 5pm and it was packed with some people even opting to wait for outdoor seating. I do wanna come back soon and try food from their regular menu. read more

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This is my second visit this year and i'll definitely be back again and again. This place is AMAZING! The road leading you to it is currently undergoing a lot of construction as is the surrounding area of newly built condos so you might think your GPS is taking you the wrong way but keep going!! Trust me! The parking lot can get packed quickly too so reason to get there early. The food, views and vibes are phenomenal! You have options: dine inside, dine outside on the deck or take out. For dining in, the earlier you arrive the better because if your like me and you came for the steamed crabs the large ones tend to go quickly especially during prime time or on the weekends between dine in and take out orders. So getting their sooner will give you time to get what you want. Plus you'll want to chill and enjoy the vibes. We sat outdoors on the deck to enjoy the gorgeous view of the Patapsco River and the Hannover Street Bridge. We also enjoyed the live music which really added to the awesome vibes. I loved that the musician was loud enough to be heard but not to loud where you wouldn't be able to enjoy conversation at your table. Our waiter Gage was outstanding! Highly attentive and engaged just enough to allow us to enjoy the our meal and was accommodating to our requests. I decided to get the seafood platter which was a combination of your choice of broiled or fried crab cake, scallops, mahi-mahi and shrimp. I thoroughly enjoyed it all and devoured it! I'm usually skeptical about ordering crab cakes from places I haven't had them before because restaurants try to cut corners with too much filler and not enough crab meat but not here! (check out the pix) my crab cake was cooked to golden perfection, tender, moist and succulent on the inside, balanced flavor profile. Pure deliciousness. Everything our table enjoyed. Even down to the sides like the sweet Potato Fries and Spinach. The spinach didn't taste like an after thought, it was delicately seasoned and cooked just right. The only side to me that could use a bit more perfecting is their mac and cheese. It misses the mark on baked mac & cheese and needs flavor. Overall this place is outstanding with friendly staff. I guarantee you'll have a wonderful experience. read more

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I can see why Nicks is considered one of the best seafood places in Baltimore. We expected a long wait - they told us 45 minutes but only ended up waiting about 10-15 minutes. We got a nice seat inside - the live band was particularly enjoyable. Our waitress Jules was very friendly and attentive! We both got drinks - the mule and the Hugo spritz, both of which were good! I started with the half n half soup. My partner had the Maryland crab soup and I definitely think the half n half is a better choice - that creaminess enhances the flavor so much! We ordered the cold seafood platter - it was market price which was $95 for us. It was totally worth the price. You get oysters, clams, shrimp, snow crab, Maryland crab, lump crab, and some cucumbers and onions. It was so fresh and good. I really liked the sauce options. My only criticism is them putting the lump crab on lettuce, it makes it so easy to fall out into the ice water. I really wanted snow crab but ended up liking the Maryland crab more - delicious!! I could definitely order this again. It was A LOT of food - I wasn't sure we were gonna finish it all! read more

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Glad I got turned away from G&M for wearing a tank top, because it led me to this amazing place. Crab was top tier, and crake cakes was absolutely delicious. Can not recommend it enough if you're in the area! read more

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Always love this place. Worth the drive for me. I know for at least and hour I will be hard at work trying to satiate my need for crustacean whit meat! Hammering and cracking and breaking and sipping will be on the menu at Nicks. Don't go there if you want quiet candlelight seafood dinner. NO NO NO. It's LOUD! It's CROWDED! And it's everything you want it to be out of an outdoor fish restaurant on the water. While stars will only allow a 4 or 5 it's more like a 4.5 all in all. read more

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Dining at Nick's Fish House is always an enjoyable experience. From the waterside dining to the friendly staff, everything is on point. I dined here a few years ago and was excited to come back with my mother who'd never been here. The parking was a bit harder to find because of new construction but they do offer valet service. I ordered Nick's Fresh Catch with asparagus and mac and cheese. I chose to have blackened salmon and it was cooked perfectly. Everything was delicious. The Mac and cheese wasn't earth shattering but it tasted good! Overall, this was another enjoyable meal at Nick's Fish House. read more

Nicks Fish House - Nick's Fresh Catch with lemon butter sauce - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Good always good just get there early cause it's ALWAYS crowded especially in the spring summer months

I have been coming here for at least 8 years. My mom LOVES the crabs here. We always get at least a dozen crabs (which they say are steamed to order!) for the main. We've taken friends/other family here as well and everyone likes it! Starting from the view, this place is gorgeous. If you sit outside (this usually had a long wait), you'll be right next to the water! On a nice summer day, the breeze is amazing. There is often live music as well, which I love! The service here is great too. The waiters are always very attentive despite how crazy busy this place gets. Also, if there is no space in the main lot, you will be directed to park across the road at City Garage. Then, a golf cart from Nick's will directly shuttle you to the restaurant. I find this very fun! As for the food itself: I do thoroughly enjoy the crabs. The old bay seasoning base with a hint of spiciness is delicious. It DOES get extremely salty after a while, so make sure to hydrate! I've also enjoyed their crab pretzel and Brussels sprouts on my most recent visit last weekend. We also used to often get garlic bread and whatever special summer salad they had (last year it was a fig one). Now, the reason for the 4 stars is because the price surges are kind of insane. I know crabs are market price so it's not the fault of the establishment, but it still sucks to see how cheap they used to be even just last year. This past weekend, a dozen of medium sized crabs were $120. Obviously, everyone has a different budget, so I still highly recommend this place! But while we used to come 2-3 times a year, we'll now reserve it for an annual gig due to the pricing. Still, good food :) read more

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The food was great today. The Shrimp and Steak Empanadas were flavorful and cooked well. Only get 2 with your order but they were tasty. The seafood platter hit for sure. I wasn't sure about getting it all fried but it was really good and golden brown delicious. The sweet potato fries were good and the seasonal vegetables were also good. The fish and chips were the same, golden brown delicious. Flaky Cod and the fries were on point. Overall we enjoyed our food and experience. Parking lot was packed but we got lucky and got a space. The wait was only about 5-10 minutes so don't be discouraged by the line to park. Jaylin was a good server and took care of us Food came out with the quickness as well. This was a do over since the last time we were hear back in 2021. My wife said they redeemed themselves. read more

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I'm so proud of Nick's Fish House! I came here 10 years ago when I used to live in Baltimore and it seems to have only gotten bigger and better since then. I love to see local spots thriving. I recently came in on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Their parking lot was super full so we had to park up the street. It's crazy to see how much this area has developed with the new Under Armor headquarters and so many other businesses. There used to be nothing down here lol. Once parked, Nicks has a complimentary shuttle service that will pick you up from the lot and drive you over to the restaurant. It's also not a far walk if you don't feel like waiting for the shuttle. The restaurant was packed when we arrived. We waited about 20 minutes before getting a table. For the time being we sat at the outdoor bar to grab some drinks. The blueberry crush was so delicious and perfect for the summer! Once seated at our table we got the crab pretzel. It was a 3.5/5 in my opinion. I didn't think it was worth the $23 and probably wouldn't order again. The crabs thoughhhhh ... I LOVE MD CRABS!! We were tearing them up. We ordered a half dozen of medium crabs and side of fries. A dozen crabs was about $120-160. Their old bay/salt mix with the butter was *chefs kiss*. Our server was cool, always checked in on us and kept bringing more napkins over. I can't wait to come back to Baltimore to enjoy more delicious food. read more

Nicks Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

So ended up at this place on a whim since we were in Baltimore already. The service is amazing and the atmosphere is good for friends, couples, and families. There is indoor space and an outdoor space. The indoor space is the small building you see and the outdoor space is that patio area. The food is ok, but the true definition of ok. It's not good and it is not bad. I got the crab cake single platter and it just tasted meh. There was no sauce, no old bay flare, nothing. You get tartar sauce with it l, so if you are a fan of tarter by all means. I had the Mac & cheese as well and if you are a fan of kraft, then go for it and if you are not.. don't waste your time. Honestly, out of all the seafood places in Baltimore, I would pass on this spot. They do have steamed crabs and I did see people ordering that, so maybe go for that instead. Crab pretzel - 5/10 it was ok. No real wow factor to it and it could have used some seasoning. read more

Nicks Fish House - Crab Pretzel - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I didn't take a picture but the food was good, the service was bad, it's a fish place so the ambience match.

4th spot on our crab crawl and we tried to make reservations twice and they wouldn't take any, so we waited... 45 minutes to 1 hr but we wanted to try Nick's. The ambiance was OK. There's a lot of construction going on along with limited parking. The good thing is there is an adjacent parking lot across the street and they offer shuttle service to the restaurant. Loved that!!! Shared the crab grilled cheese sandwich and it pretty good. Loved the texture of the bread. Nice and buttery and crunchy edging. Great size portion of fries also. There is a $2 upcharge for fries and it comes with chips but we didn't want them. Drinks were good. The snow crab bucket looked good and my son ate it up before I could take a picture. The 6 xl crab were delicious and heavy. The flavor was great and we purchased the seasoning to take home. Definitely worth the wait and would come again. Minused 1 star for parking and no reservations, no option to get fries with seasoning, and no refills were offered on soft drinks/ waters. read more

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Came in on a Sunday and was seated right away. This restaurant is bigger inside than it looks from the outside. They even had a DJ setting up in part of the restaurant as we were arriving. The restaurant has an outdoor seating area overlooking the water. I was surprised how much space there was indoors, especially in comparison to the parking outside, of which there's not too much. Driving into the lot was like driving on the surface of the moon due to the construction on the massive buildings right beyond the parking lot. We did drive right in though on our way out there was a huge line of cars. I heard them telling a few large groups that there was a two hour time limit on tables. We ordered and our food came out really quickly. A lot of people were getting crabs, which looked delicious. I got the breaded shrimp and thought it was a good quantity for the price. My husband got the crabcake sandwich-my bite was very tasty! Overall great experience. It gets very crowded, so definitely plan for that if you're visiting this restaurant! read more

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Crabs were fresh and huge. Celebrating Father Day with my hubby. Great food and music. Autumn was our server and she was fabulous! Thank you!! read more

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Friday afternoon visit. Sat outside. Bathroom is one stall. Took a few flushes to completely flush I had the rum punch bucket. This was enough for 2 people. Tasty. was able to get a "to go" punch for the rest that I didn't finish. I had the steak and shrimp. Shrimp was good. Steak was okay. We shared mussels, which were good and in tasty sauce Friend had double crab cake entree. I tasted some of the crabcake and it was allll crab. Soooo good. The macaroni was not the best Parking can be limited. We ubered. There is also construction leading to Nick's read more

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We had a couple of days on Baltimore and wanted the full Maryland crab eating experience. After a couple of searches, Nicks Fish House continued to show us. It was ~3 miles from us, why not. A lot of construction going on in the area but my Apple Maps directions led me straight to it. We timed it right and had ample parking. I believe they offer a valet during the busy time of the day but it wasn't needed. We were warmly greeted at the hosted stand outside and walked to our table. Our server was knowledgeable of the menu and helpful with our questions. For apps, we went with the Deck Fries. Delicious!! That malt vinegar aioli is money! For entrees, we did a half dozen large steamed crabs, Nick's famous crab cake platter & the Caesar Salad. All 3 were fantastic. I'm a bit of a Caesar salad snob. Nick's was fantastic. Probably a top 5 I've had. Very cute place right on the water. Great food & service. We would definitely come back if we are in the area. read more

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Don't quite understand the hype Crab Pretzel: 6/10 Crap Pot: 6/10. Potatoes and crab legs are meh. The corn is excellent. Spicy margarita: 8/10 Service: One server for a lot of tables but she did excellent. Ambiance: Casual. Parking can be difficult even though they have a huge lot. read more

Nicks Fish House - Crab Pretzel - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Loved this place overall! We came on a Tuesday night and there was a 40 minute wait. It was packed, but with good reason. Nick's is on the water with a super fun atmosphere and a beautiful backdrop. The service was good and although it was super busy, our server still did a great non checking on us throughout the evening. We ordered the crab dip, stuffed pretzel, fried green tomatoes, and the seafood pasta and all were good! I would highly recommend coming here for some good seafood and a fun time. read more

Love this place. May be busy at times but great service and wait isnt as long as they usually say.

A coworker recommended this joint so I thought I would check it out... Opted for the Seafood platter... 3 shrimp, 3 scallops, the star of the show crab cake, and a massive plank of fish(a bit greasy). Lots of food and paired with 2 sides, I chose seasonal veggies and the potato casserole, both good! Nice selection of draft beer! Ambiance is schlacked shanty, service was at the bar, and prices were above expectation, though in a touristy area... read more

Nicks Fish House - Seafood platter... a bit greasy. - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Nicks Food is amazing, but every time I eat here the service is subpar. The particular time I'm writing about our waitress clearly has forgot about us and is sitting at the bar having a drink instead of checking on us, asking if we needed another drink or dropping our check. As someone who has worked in the service industry, I understand if the server had been if had been cut (which I believe was the case) the party should be informed, but sitting around waiting for someone to help you is bad practice, especially when we can see the server that took our original order having a drink and talking. read more

Nicks was really good. Seating inside and out on the water. Service was a tad slow by our server in my opinion, feel like she was just a little overwhelmed as she repeatedly asked the same questions or forgot to bring us what we asked for, not a huge deal, place was pretty busy. Crab was delicious, there was medium and xl. I opted for medium bc i had never had it. Next time I will go for the xl! Lots of work for the meat BUT still delicious. Boom boom shrimp and Brussel sprouts were great as well. Be ready to get your hands dirty and eat good! read more

Nicks Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland